Activity Aide (Part-Time)

The Life Enrichment Lead Aide will assist in planning, coordinating, and implementing therapeutic activity programs in our Skilled Nursing Facility on a daily basis to meet the individual resident's needs and interests. They will assess resident's activity participation on an on-going basis to monitor the effectiveness of the program.

• Friendly Atmosphere: Be part of a warm, welcoming team that feels like family.
  
• Top-Tier Care: Work at a facility renowned for its high standards and exceptional CMS ratings.
  
• Low Ratios: Enjoy low patient-to-staff ratios, allowing you to provide personalized care.
  
• Professional Growth: Take advantage of opportunities for ongoing training and career advancement.
  
• Great Perks: Receive a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance while enjoying Wages-on-Demand, LPN Tuition Reimbursement, local discounts and more!
  

• Plan, compile, and distribute a monthly activity calendar that reflects the needs and interests of the residents on the respective neighborhood.
  
• Lead planned activities (usually 2-3 per day), using materials and equipment provided.
  
• Provide one-to-one visits with residents as scheduled and keep a record of those visits. These visits may include reminiscing, sensory stimulation, socialization, and educational activities.
  
• Attend all mandatory in-services, training, meetings, and seminars as directed by supervisor.
  
• Attend weekly life enrichment staff and care plan meetings.
  
• Maintain bulletin board(s) on respective neighborhood and ensure that information is current, accurate and organized.
  
• Encourage residents to participate in activities and/or events by informing them daily of recreational opportunities.
  
• Escort/transport residents in wheelchairs to and from events and activities.
  
• Complete all relevant documentation (MDS interviews, progress notes, care plan notes, initial assessments, and daily charting) in an accurate and timely fashion.
  
• Act as an advocate and observe resident rights at all times by maintaining confidentiality and privacy of personal resident information.
  
• Work in collaboration with nursing and other departments to achieve team-based quality results.
  
• Assess all new admissions to the facility.
  
• Maintain an activity care plan for all residents and ensure that activity goals are met.
  
• Coordinate with the Director of Life Enrichment for special events as needed.
  
• Report to the Director of Life Enrichment regarding any changes to the resident's health and participation.
  

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)
  
• Must have valid driver's license and ability to drive 14-passenger bus.
  
• Perform the physical requirements of the position which include standing, bending, and lifting.
  
• Work well with others; treat residents, co-workers, and staff with care and respect.
  
• Protect resident confidentiality by not sharing information.
  
• Adhere to all Wesbury personnel policies as they apply to the workplace.